The expansion of neoliberal capitalism across the planet has been largely responsible for climate change, a phenomenon that is changing weather patterns. As a result of climate change, the planet's ability to adapt is increasingly being stifled, and people around the world are becoming progressively vulnerable to natural calamities like devasting storms, droughts, wildfires and floods.

While the presidential primary witnessed its second Republican debate without Trump, Biden has sent his Vice President Kamala Harris to promote the administration's economic successes. There is still some confusion in the public about the economy, but it is clear that Bidenomics is working. 

This week in Australian foreign affairs: Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Wong delivers Australia’s national statement to UNGA, punitive tariffs on goods imported from Russia and Belarus extended for another two years, and more.